Hello dear explorers,

I just came back from one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life — spending 4 days in Bucharest, Romania, as part of the EELISA Student Reporter pilot project. I was among the very first students to try this brand-new role, and being part of something so fresh and international felt truly special.

I study Computer Science at BME (Budapest University of Technology and Economics), and since both BME and Politehnica University of Bucharest are members of EELISA, I had the chance to join this project. As someone who always loved sharing, creating, and storytelling, this was the perfect opportunity to see the behind the scenes of events and practice being more active in content creation.

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What is EELISA?

EELISA (European Engineering Learning Innovation and Science Alliance) is an alliance of 10 universities across 8 countries. It aims to:

• Give students international opportunities.
  
• Connect us with professional and academic communities.
  
• Encourage collaborations to solve global challenges.
  

As student reporters, our job was to document the entire competition— from opening ceremony to closing moments. We took photos, recorded videos, made interviews, edited content on the spot, and shared the story with the world.

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Day 1 – Arrival & First Impressions

I arrived in Bucharest and checked into my accommodation. Then I headed straight to Politehnica University of Bucharest, where the event took place.

That first day was for introductions: meeting the other reporters, planning our tasks, and getting to know each other. Thanks to our Romanian friend, we also had a small city walk. We strolled along Calea Victoriei, tasted traditional food, and I immediately felt the city’s mix of history and modern energy.

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Day 2 – Opening Ceremony & Content Creation

The event officially began with the opening ceremony. From morning until late evening, it was all about documenting:

• Taking photos.
  
• Shooting short videos.
  
• Interviewing participants.
  
• Editing and sharing live content.
  

It was intense, but also one of the most rewarding learning experiences. Seeing how much work goes into bringing an event to the screen made me respect content creators so much more.

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Day 3 – Closing Day & Exploring More

The last official day of the event was busy with sessions, competitions, and finally the closing ceremony. We worked hard to capture every detail, and once the event was over, we had more time to explore the city together.

I’m really thankful to my fellow reporters, the organizers, and the amazing people I met — including students from all around the world. These connections turned Bucharest into not just a trip, but a memory I’ll always keep close.

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Day 4 – Bucharest Tour

My flight was at night, which gave me a full day to explore on my own. I checked out of my place and left my luggage at a storage service highly recommend this trick if you want to enjoy your day hands-free.

In just one day (and over 25,000 steps later), here’s what I managed to see:

• Palace of the Parliament – massive, overwhelming, and impressive.
  
• Romanian Orthodox Churches – their icons and frescos felt so unique compared to what I’d seen before.
  
• Old Town (Lipscani District) – buzzing with cafés, bars, and nightlife, especially in the evenings.
  
• Cărturești Carusel – the most beautiful bookstore I’ve ever been to. Spiral staircases, balconies, and an atmosphere straight out of a movie.
  
• Calea Victoriei – a long avenue full of historic buildings and local shops.
  
• National Museum of Art of Romania – where I admired both European masters and Romanian artists.
  
• University area & student districts – full of life, young people, and student energy.
  

If you have more time than me, I recommend organizing a trip to Peleș Castle in Sinaia. I couldn’t fit it in, but it’s one of the most famous castles in Romania.

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What I Ate in Bucharest

Food was such an important part of this trip! Some of my highlights:

• Papanasi – sweet doughnuts with sour cream and jam. Heavy, but worth it.
  
• Polenta (Mămăligă) with meat – simple, filling, and tasty.
  
• Transylvanian Goulash – my personal favorite, warm and flavorful.
  
• Traditional university lunches at Politehnica, which gave me a real taste of local dishes.

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Friends & Connections

One of the best parts of this trip was the people. I spent time with friends from BME, met new friends from the reporter team, and even explored Bucharest with people I had just met at the competition.

From hanging out in Old Town to visiting museums together, these friendships made the whole experience richer and more memorable.

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Highlights of the Event

• Being part of the pilot EELISA Student Reporter project.
  
• Exploring Bucharest with locals and international students.
  
• Meeting people from around the world who share a passion for storytelling.
  
• Seeing the behind-the-scenes of an international event.
  
• Experiencing Bucharest’s mix of culture, food, history, and nightlife.

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Closing Note

Bucharest gave me so much more than I expected: beautiful sights, delicious food, inspiring art, and friendships I’ll never forget. Being part of the first-ever EELISA reporter team was truly an honor, and it motivated me to keep creating and sharing content in future projects.

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